Shadab Jakati's 3-Wicket Haul Seals It for Indian Royals
Indian Royals have won by 19 runs. Indian Royals batted first and posted 135/7 in 20 overs. Bangladesh Tigers, chasing 136, fell short at 116/6 in 20 overs.
Sarul Kanwar was the standout in the first innings, scoring 40 off 34 balls (SR 118). 3 sixes and 1 four provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 58 runs.
Alok Kapali fought hard with 59 off 53 balls, but it was not enough to haul Bangladesh Tigers over the line. The required rate climbed too steeply in the end.
With the ball, Shadab Jakati delivered figures of 3/25 in 4 overs (Econ 6.3). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
BDT lead the series 3-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 6 of the first innings was the inflection point — 18 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
59* off 53 balls (SR 111), 4 fours, 3 sixes
3/25 in 4 overs (Econ: 6.25)
40 off 34 balls (SR 118), 1 fours, 3 sixes
Verdict
Indian Royals showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Bangladesh Tigers came up short by 19 runs. There were passages where they looked competitive, but consistency eluded them when it mattered. BDT lead the series 3-0. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.